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Modnitsa Atelier Jewelry Design Intro Video Series
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Modnitsa Atelier Jewelry Design Intro Video Series

Learn how to create stunning earrings and necklaces using semi-precious stones, crystals and gold-plated or silver wire.
Last updated 10/2013
English

What you'll learn

  • Learn the basics of jewelry design through wire wrapping and stringing
  • Learn about Color Theory
  • Learn about design through composition and pattern
  • Learn proper finishing techniques to make your pieces look professional and polished
  • Have fun and explore your creativity!

Course content

4 sections16 lectures1h 42m total length
  • Beginner Earrings Design, Part 1 (Video):11:13

    In this video, you will be introduced to steps 1-4 in Beginner Earring Design:

    1. Intro to the drop earring technique

    2. Tools and Materials

    3. Creating a Headpin

    4. Choosing Your Stones and Colors

  • Beginner Earrings Design, Part 1 (Text):1:37
  • Beginner Earrings Design, Part 2 (Video):11:02

    In this video, you will be introduced to steps 5-8 in Beginner Earring Design:

    5. Wrapping The Bottom Stone

    6. Connecting The Stones

    7. Connecting The Ear Wires

    8. Recap of all the steps you've learned

  • Beginner Earrings Design, Part 2 (Text):1:08

Requirements

  • Jewelry Tool Kit: round nose plier, flat nose plier, cutter
  • Silver or gold wire, 26 gauge
  • Beadalon 19 strand string, .015 diameter
  • 1.8 mm round silver beads
  • Lobster clasp
  • Stones and beads (semi-precious or glass) of your choice, with pre-drilled holes
  • Small round/oblong chain -- 2 2.5" pieces (gold or silver)
  • Chain with larger links for necklace extension (2-5")
  • Ear Wires of your choice
  • Color Wheel

Description

In this introductory Jewelry Design Series, brought to you by Modnitsa Atelier, you will learn how to create stunning earrings and necklaces. With access to 2 Beginner and 2 Intermediate Workshops, normally taught in our Manhattan studio, you will be introduced to proper construction and design techniques, ranging from head pin creation, wire wrapping connection, stringing, finishing, color theory, design basics, as well as materials and tools and do's and don'ts. Interactive and fun, these courses are meant to spark your creativity and allow you to explore color and style, while perfecting your new hobby.

Who this course is for:

  • women 18-70